1971 Renault 12 vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, both 1971 Renault 12 and 1971 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 12 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Renault | Steyr |
Model | 12 | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1510 mm |